What is the climate in Washington State?
The coastal regions of Washington State enjoy a very temperate climate with average extreme winter lows of 20 degrees F (-6.6 C.). The central and westerly portion of the state, however, could dip down to as low as -30 degrees F (-34.4 C.).
What factors determine the best plants to use in a growing zone?
Experienced gardeners know that there are other factors at play when deciding on which plants to use including soil type, humidity and the effect of microclimates.
When is the first frost in Olympia?
On average, your first fall frost occurs on October 6 (at OLYMPIA AP, WA climate station).
What Is Planting by the Moon?
Planting by the Moon (also called "Gardening by the Moon") is a traditional way to plant your above- and below-ground crops, especially at the start of the season. Here's how it works:
What is a planting calendar?
This planting calendar is a guide that tells you the best time to start planting your garden based on frost dates. Our planting calendar is customized to your nearest weather station in order to give you the most accurate information possible. Please note:
